拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

The painting is supported on the reverse with a glue lining. The paint layer is stable under a clear varnish that has slightly yellowed with age. Under natural light, there are scattered areas of retouching evident. There is an L-shaped repaired tear to the boy's neck extending down into his forearm which is supported on the reverse with a patch. There is an even network of craquelure. Inspection under ultraviolet light confirms the aforementioned restoration and further retouching along the edges to address frame abrasion. This painting presents well and can be hung in its present state. The work is offered in a carved gilt wood frame.